Group Head of Operational Risk
Core
Lead the design and evolution of the Group Operational Risk Framework, providing independent oversight and strategic direction for operational risk across a global insurance/reinsurance organization.
Role type
Senior IC Group Head of Operational Risk
Builds
Group-wide operational risk strategy, governance frameworks, and regulatory reporting capabilities
Domain
Insurance/Reinsurance, Enterprise Risk Management
Required skills
Strategic risk direction, operational risk framework design, regulatory engagement, second-line oversight, scenario analysis, governance platform ownership, cross-jurisdictional management, executive communication
Preferred skills
Operational risk capital modelling, Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA), operational resilience, third-party/outsourcing risk, cyber and AI risk
Technologies
Riskonnect
Responsibilities
Own and evolve the Group Operational Risk Framework; Set Group-wide priorities for operational risk activity; Provide independent second-line oversight across business units; Define forward-looking approaches for emerging risks (cyber, AI, third-party); Ensure consistent identification and reporting of operational risks; Lead the Group risk event process; Chair the quarterly Operational Risk Committee; Own the Group governance, risk and compliance platform; Lead regulatory reviews and responses
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
